Archaistic tripod censer (ding) 17th century China This tripod incense burner represents an aesthetic revolution in its creative reinterpretation of a Shang dynasty (ca. 1600-1046 ) ritual food-serving vessel. Although its décor and form follow archaic models, its heavily gilded surface enriches its appearance and sets it apart from being simply a replica of an ancient bronze prototype. The finely patterned ground on its body and feet, which is not found on ancient bronzes, further demonstrates the creative innovation and sophisticated craftsmanship of the bronze artist who created Ar
Archaistic tripod censer (ding) 17th century China This tripod incense burner represents an aesthetic revolution in its creative reinterpretation of a Shang dynasty (ca. 1600-1046 ) ritual food-serving vessel. Although its décor and form follow archaic models, its heavily gilded surface enriches its appearance and sets it apart from being simply a replica of an ancient bronze prototype. The finely patterned ground on its body and feet, which is not found on ancient bronzes, further demonstrates the creative innovation and sophisticated craftsmanship of the bronze artist who created Archaistic tripod censer (ding). China. 17th century. Parcel-gilt bronze. Ming dynasty (1368–1644). Metalwork
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